Instructions
Preparation
- From a rack with safety barbell at upper chest height, position bar over the shoulders. Dismount bar from rack.
Execution
- Grasp rack or safety handles for support. Bend knees forward slightly while allowing hips to bend back behind, keeping back straight and knees pointed same direction as feet. Descend until thighs are just past parallel to floor. Stand with assistance of the arms, extending knees and hips until legs are straight. Repeat.
Comments
- Keep head forward, back straight and feet flat on floor; equal distribution of weight through fore foot and heel. Knees should point same direction as feet throughout movement. See Squat Analysis.
Classification
| Utility: | Basic |
| Mechanics: | Compound |
| Force: | Push |